Mitomycin
Information about Mitomycin
Mitomycin uses
Mitomycin is used in the treatment of pancreatic cancer, breast cancer, non-small cell lung cancer and stomach cancer.
How mitomycin works
Mitomycin is an anti-cancer medication. It works by damaging the genetic material (DNA) of the cancer cells and stops their growth and multiplication.
Common side effects of mitomycin
Nausea, Vomiting, Weight loss, Headache, Fatigue, Fever, Diarrhea, Decreased appetite, Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth), Bone marrow toxicity, Integument membrane toxicity, Mucous membrane toxicity, Injection site cellulitis, Renal toxicity, Pulmonary toxicity, Hemolytic uremic syndrome, Cardiac toxicity, Dermatitis, Genitourinary irritation, Bladder fibrosis, Hemolytic anemia, Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level), Mucositis, Blurred vision, Confusion, Drowsiness, Fainting, Edema (swelling), Thrombophlebitis, Hematemesis (vomiting blood), Pain, Abnormality of voluntary movements, Bleb ulceration, Corneal endothelial damage, Hypotony, Iritis (inflammation of the middle layer of the eye), Cataract progression, Endophthalmitis, Retinal detachment, Retinal hemorrhage (bleeding), Thinning of sclera (part of eye), Ulceration of the sclera, Intraocular lens capture
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Expert advice for Mitomycin
- Mitomycin is given as in injection or infusion under the supervision of a doctor only.
- Do not skip any dose and complete the course as suggested by your doctor.
- Use an effective method of birth control to avoid pregnancy while taking this medication.
- Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor your blood cell count (CBC), liver and kidney function.
- It is advisable to drink plenty of water to stay hydrated while taking this medicine.
- Inform your doctor if you experience a dry cough, shortness of breath and cracking sound while breathing.